Archive | November, 2014

The Spillane Spartans win a battle against mediocrity every day out in Cypress Fairbanks ISD. Middle school can be a challenge—as it occurs during those transition years between being a child and becoming an adult, which that can feel like a battle for any child. These Spartans of Spillane Middle School, however, wield their swords […]

Jus’ Mac, a Houston original, doesn’t mess around with turns of phrase or descriptive adjectives for the food they deliver. The message is clear—you want Mac n’ Cheese? You got it. And with three locations in the Houston area, it seems Houston’s a market that jus’ loves mac. The website appears to be slightly under […]

When you drop your child off at Memorial Montessori, you’re leaving them in amazing hands. With an executive director who has studied early childhood education for more than 7 years and counting, qualified and experienced staff members work together to provide the best head start for children to fall in love with learning. Memorial Montessori […]

Pistolero’s popped up on that Westheimer strip just as Montrose despaired nothing good would ever live there! It’s a tequila and taco bar that is Montrose-minded, reasonably priced, and has a cool atmosphere. This is one place in Houston that caters to its roots and the ever-rising popularity of soccer amongst Houston locals. As far […]

The Mickey Leland College Preparatory Academy for Young Men‘s motto is all about pushing their students to be successful through leadership. With an amazing staff and support system working toward getting each student ready for college entry, their achievements indicate the school is living up to its motto. Beginning from grade six through high school graduation, […]

Kata Robata does not have an equal for quality and ingenuity when it comes to sushi. Each dish is expertly—almost lovingly—crafted by Chef Manabu “Hori” Horiuchi and each bite is a delicacy that is both subtle and sublime. Probably due to Chef Hori’s excellent accolades, Kata Robata is a clear cut above the rest. The […]

Michael E. DeBakey High School is perfect for math and science minded students who have their sights set high on a career in medicine or science. This premiere magnet school started in 1972 and was the very first high school in the nation specifically geared for health professions. Affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, DeBakey […]

Houston has become a master at hidden communities with amazing amenities and quiet suburbs away from busy city streets. Sienna Plantation is a great escape for families looking for a range of activities close to home and a secure neighborhood beaming with pride. Located in-between Sugar Land and Missouri City, Sienna Plantation is a 7,000 […]

With Christmas fast-approaching, we’ve got a great event where you can also get some holiday shopping done! Pop Shop Houston, hosted by that Montrose staple Leopard Lounge & Pavement Clothing (formerly called Taxi Taxi) at Westheimer and Dunlavy and sponsored by Pop Shops of America, this FREE event is jam-packed full of interesting vendors and […]

When I began writing this blog post, I thought that the menu of Hugo’s would be the draw for people. Looking to have a great meal is one thing I can agree with Houstonians about on many levels—and Hugo’s has got some really fun, interesting, delicious food. Once I even had crickets there. And they […]